Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
AKA “Hydrolyzed Soy Protein Extract
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Hydrolyzed soy protein
AKA: Hydrolyzed Soy Protein Extract
Synthetic · Humectant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Synthetic
Clean
Derived from soybeans, this protein works to hydrate and condition both skin and hair while helping reduce frizz and static. Suitable for all hair and skin types.
CAS #
68607-88-5
Form
Powder
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Functions
Antistatic
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Soy has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Asian skincare for thousands of years for its skin-nourishing properties. Hydrolyzed soy protein is a modern development designed to improve protein absorption and provide amino acids for skin conditioning.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Soy
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Irritant
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR